Module Catalogue Master’s Programme: Geo- and Paleobiology … · 2016-09-28 · LUDWIG-MAXIMILIANS-UNIVERSITÄT MÜNCHEN – LMU MUNICH 28.09.2016 Page 6 of 61 Module: P 2 Evolutionary

Module Catalogue

Master’s Programme: Geo- and Paleobiology (Master of Science,

M.Sc.)

(120 ECTS-Credits) Based on the Prüfungs- und Studienordnung of 14 November 2014.

88/065/---/M0/H/2013

Issued on 28 September 2016

LUDWIG-MAXIMILIANS-UNIVERSITÄT MÜNCHEN – LMU MUNICH

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Index

Abbreviations and annotations ........................................................................................................... 3 Module: P 1 Paleobiology .................................................................................................................. 4 Module: P 2 Evolutionary Geobiology ............................................................................................... 6 Module: P 3 Environmental Geobiology ............................................................................................ 8 Module: P 4 Laboratory Methods .................................................................................................... 10 Module: WP 1 Introduction into Basic Concepts in Geology .......................................................... 12 Module: WP 2 Introduction into Advanced Concepts in Geology ................................................... 14 Module: WP 3 Introduction into Basic Concepts in Biology ........................................................... 16 Module: WP 4 Introduction into Advanced Concepts in Biology .................................................... 18 Module: P 5 Data analysis ................................................................................................................ 20 Module: P 6 Field Practical I ............................................................................................................ 22 Module: P 7 Field Practical II .......................................................................................................... 24 Module: P 8 Scientific Presentation and Communication ............................................................... 26 Module: WP 5 Oceanology .............................................................................................................. 28 Module: WP 6 Paleoecology ............................................................................................................ 30 Module: WP 7 Geobiological Field Exercises .................................................................................. 32 Module: WP 8 Molecular methods in Geobiology ........................................................................... 34 Module: WP 9 Geomicrobiology ...................................................................................................... 36 Module: WP 10 Advanced topics in Geosciences ............................................................................ 38 Module: WP 11 Special topics in Geosciences ................................................................................ 40 Module: P 9 Research Project ......................................................................................................... 42 Module: P 10 Geo- and Paleobiology Synthesis .............................................................................. 44 Module: WP 12 Advanced Invertebrate Paleobiology ..................................................................... 46 Module: WP 13 Advanced Invertebrate Geobiology ........................................................................ 48 Module: WP 14 Advanced Vertebrate Paleobiology ........................................................................ 50 Module: WP 15 Advanced Vertebrate Geobiology .......................................................................... 52 Module: WP 16 Concepts of Biomineralization ............................................................................... 54 Module: WP 17 Concepts of Bioconstructions ................................................................................ 56 Module: WP 18 Collections Management and Research ................................................................. 58 Module: P 11 Master-Project ........................................................................................................... 60


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Abbreviations and annotations CP Credit Points, ECTS credits ECTS European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System h hours SoSe summer semester SWS contact hours WiSe winter semester WP compulsory elective course P mandatory course 1. The ECTS credits assigned in the Module Catalogue are designated as follows: Credit Points not listed in parentheses are awarded when the pertinent examination of the module or module parts have/has been completed successfully. Credit Points in parentheses are listed for calculatory purposes only. 2. The semester for taking a module can either be binding or may be considered as a recommendation, depending on the applicable data in Anlage 2 of the Prüfungs- und Studienordnung for your Programme. In this Module catalogue, the options are indicated as „scheduled semester“ and „recommended semester“. 3. Please note: The Module Catalogue is merely intended to serve as an orientation whereas the provisions of the applicable version of the Prüfungs- und Studienordnung (in German only) of your Programme are legally binding. See: www.lmu.de/studienangebot and select your Programme. 4. The detailed contents and the suggested literature may change often in some modules. Information about recommended literature of these modules will be provided by each individual instructor at the beginning of the relevant semester in the form of a „course syllabus”, either in print or online.


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Module: P 1 Paleobiology

Programme Master’s Programme: Geo- and Paleobiology (Master of Science, M.Sc.)

Related module parts

Course type

Course (mandatory) Rotation Contact hours

Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture P 1.1 Evolution of Life: Lecture

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)

Exercise course

P 1.2 Evolution of Life: Tutorial

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)

For successful completion of the module, 6 ECTS credits have to be acquired. Class attendance averages about 4 contact hours. Including time for self-study, 180 hours have to be invested.

Module type Mandatory module with mandatory courses.

Usability of the module in other Programmes

Master’s Programme Geology

Elective guidelines None

Entry requirements None

Semester Recommended semester: 1

Duration The completion of the module takes 1 semester.

Content The module includes an interactive teaching program on the evolution of life in the seas and on land during the Phanerozoic. In addition, the program comprises principles of chronostratigraphy.

In detail, the courses include the following contents:

• P 1.1 Evolution of Life: Lecture

The interactive program of the lectures focuses on selected papers published in international journals that are appropriate to illustrate the state of the art on the evolution of life and principles of chronostratigraphy.

• P 1.2 Evolution of Life: Tutorial

The exercises include analysis of fossils in the context of the lectures.


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Learning outcomes Students will be able to understand the interaction between evolution of life, palaeoclimate, palaeogeography and extinction events: By attending the lecture and the tutorial, they will gain insight in contemporary research on the possible interaction between processes of evolution and global or regional patterns of paleoclimate and paleogeography. Students will be familiar with the concept of chronostratigraphy.

Type of examination Written exam or scientific journal. The definite exam modalities will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

Type of assessment The successful completion of the module will be graded.

Requirements for the gain of ECTS credits

ECTS credits will be granted when the module examination (or the examination of pertinent mandatory and potential elective compulsary module parts) has/have been completed successfully.

Responsible contact Prof. Dr. Bettina Reichenbacher

Language(s) English

Additional information


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Module: P 2 Evolutionary Geobiology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture P 2.1 Systematics and Phylogenetics

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)

Exercise course

P 2.2 Mechanisms of Evolution WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)









Content Basics of evolution, systematics, phylogenetics.


• P 2.1 Systematics and Phylogenetics

Basic concepts of classification and taxonomy, systematic and phylogenetic concepts, character evolution.

• P 2.2 Mechanisms of Evolution

Basics of Darwinian evolution: Natural selection, adaption, variation, units of evolution, evolutionary dynamics and patterns of evolution in space and time.

Learning outcomes At the end of the module students are able to understand basic concepts of evolution, and should posses the


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theoretical background of phylogenetic reconstruction methods. The gained knowledge will enable the students to understand scientific publications related to the module topics:

• P 2.1 Systematics and Phylogenetics

The students will understand the basic principles of taxonomic classification and phylogenetic reconstruction to apply them in the future own projects and advanced lectures (e.g. P5.2, P7.1, WP12-15).

• P 2.2 Mechanisms of Evolution

The students will learn basic evolutionary biology concepts, which will enable them to understand scientific texts in the field and to apply this knowledge in future lectures.





Responsible contact PD Dr. Dirk Erpenbeck

Language(s) English

Additional information Recommended textbook: Evolution (3rd Edition), Futuyma, 2013, Sinauer Associates, 656 pp.


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Module: P 3 Environmental Geobiology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture P 3.1 Global Cycles: Lecture WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3) Exercise course

P 3.2 Global Cycles: Tutorial WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)









Content Introduction to biogeochemical global cycles and methods to acquire and analyse geobiological data in this context.


• P 3.1 Global cycles: Lecture

Theoretical background on biogeochemical global cycles of relevant elements like carbon, nitrogen, phosphorous and silica

• P 3.2 Global cycles : Tutorial

Basic concepts of data acquisition, calculation, and evaluation in geobiology.

Learning outcomes At the end of the module students are familiar with the most recent reviews on the global cycles of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorous and silica. They are able to discuss


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geobiological alterations resulting from modified pool sizes and drifts in the magnitude of inputs or outputs.

Furthermore, students will be able to apply theoretical background to understand data acquisition and data analysis in geobiology. This enables them to apply these methods in the future and to critically understand and evaluate related scientific publications.





Responsible contact N.N.

Language(s) English



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Module: P 4 Laboratory Methods



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture P 4.1 Methods in Paleobiology: Lecture

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)

Exercise course

P 4.2 Methods in Paleobiology: Tutorial

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




/





Content Theoretical and practical introduction to laboratory methods in Geobiology and Palaeobiology.


• P 4.1 Methods in Paleobiology

The students are introduced to laboratory methods in the field of Geobiology and Paleobiology. The theoretical background of the methods are explained and their application demonstrated with the help of exemplary studies.

• P 4.2 Methods in Paleobiology: Tutorial

Practical application of some of the methods presented in P 4.1 in the laboratories of the


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department.

Learning outcomes At the end of the module the students are familiar with a range of methods applied in Geobiology and Paleobiology and know about the available equipment of the laboratories in the department.

• P 4.1 Methods in Paleopbiology: Lecture

The students will be familiar with the principles of the taught laboratory methods and can use this knowledge in their further studies.

• P 4.2 Methods in Paleobiology: Tutorial

The students can apply methods they learned in the practical part of the module and have a basic understanding of laboratory work.

Type of examination Scientific protocol or poster. The definite exam modalities will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

Type of assessment The successful completion of the module will not be graded (pass/fail).




Language(s) English



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Module: WP 1 Introduction into Basic Concepts in Geology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture WP 1.1 Introduction into Basic Concepts in Geology: Lecture

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)


Module type Compulsory elective module with mandatory courses.


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Elective guidelines Two of the compulsary elective modules WP 1 – WP 4 must be taken.




Content Introduction to basic concepts in geology; for example:

Plate tectonics, sedimentology, global geochemical cycles, stratigraphy, fossil record, marine thermohaline circulation, and paleoclimate

Learning outcomes At the end of this module students should have complemented and expanded their knowledge about basic concepts, terminologies, and hypotheses in geology. The student should be capable to understand and interpret fundamental geological knowledge.

Type of examination Written exam.


Requirements for the gain of ECTS ECTS credits will be granted when the module examination (or the examination of pertinent mandatory and potential


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credits elective compulsary module parts) has/have been completed successfully.


Language(s) English



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Module: WP 2 Introduction into Advanced Concepts in Geology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture WP 2.1 Introduction into Advanced Concepts in Geology: Lecture

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




/



Semester Scheduled semester: 1


Content The module includes a significant expansion of the student´s knowledge on modern concepts and methods in the field of geology such as stratigraphy, chronology, taphonomy, facies, and biogeochemistry.

Learning outcomes Students will significantly expand their knowledge on concepts and methods in geology. They will be capable to understand, apply and critically assess geological knowledge and methods as found in scientific publications in the field.





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Language(s) English

Additional information Alternatively, ECTS credits for WP2 can be gained by successfully attending courses of the section of Geology (currently: "Geochronology", 2 SWS). This can only be recommended to students with a geoscientific background.


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Module: WP 3 Introduction into Basic Concepts in Biology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture WP 3.1 Introduction into Basic Concepts in Biology: Lecture

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




/





Content Introduction to basic concepts in biology; for example:

Origin and evolution of biological diversity, systematics and taxonomy, fundamentals of ecology, genetics, and general physiology and cell biology

Learning outcomes At the end of this module students should have complemented and expanded their knowledge about basic concepts, terminologies, and theories in biology. The student should be capable to understand and interpret fundamental biological observations.





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Responsible contact Dr. Oliver Voigt

Language(s) English

Additional information This course should be attended to obtain or refresh basic biological concepts for students with little biological background in their academic education. Recommended textbooks: Campbell Biology (10th Edition), Reece, Urry et al., 2013, Benjamin Cummings, 1488 pp.; Principles of Life (2nd Edition), Hillis, Sadava et al., 2014, Sinauer Associates, 952 pp.


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Module: WP 4 Introduction into Advanced Concepts in Biology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture WP 4.1 Introduction into Advanced Concepts in Biology: Lecture

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




/





Content Advanced topics in biology; for example:

Methods in biological research, systematics and taxonomy, molecular and cellular biology, ecology, genetics, physiology and biochemistry.

Learning outcomes At the end of this module students should have expanded their knowledge about biological concepts, theories and methodologies, and should be capable of applying them to the analysis of empirical data to critically evaluate published results in the field.



Requirements for the gain of ECTS ECTS credits will be granted when the module examination


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credits (or the examination of pertinent mandatory and potential elective compulsary module parts) has/have been completed successfully.


Language(s) English

Additional information Alternatively, ECTS credits for WP 4 can be gained by successfully attending courses of the faculty of Biology (currently: "Systematic Data Evidence, 2 SWS"). This can only be recommended to students with a biological background.


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Module: P 5 Data analysis



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture P 5.1 Geostatistics SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3) Exercise course

P 5.2 Phylogenetic Analysis of Morphological and Molecular Data

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




P 5.2: Evolutionary Genomics, Ecology and Systematics (EES), Master’s Programme Biology (Faculty of Biology)





Content Theoretical and practical background and application of data analyses in phylogeny and geostatistics: data types, data analysis, statistical methods, software for data analysis.


• P 5.1 Geostatistics

Formulating and testing hypotheses in geobiology, observation, acquisition and analysis of relevant data, statistical background of data analysis.

• P 5.2 Phylogenetic Analysis of Morphological and Molecular Data

Introduction into the theoretical background of phylogenetic reconstruction methods with morphological or molecular characters. Relevant software will be introduced and applied by the


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students.

Learning outcomes At the end of the module students will be able to understand and apply analytical tools to answer geo- and paleobiological questions. They will be able to critically evaluate statistical predicates.

Students will remember the basics of phylogenetic reconstruction, enabling them to read and understand scientific publications applying these methods. The practical methods taught P 5.2 allow students to apply the gained background in the analyses or reanalysis of published or own data in the future.

Type of examination Written exam or scientific protocol. The difinite exam modalitites will be announced at the beginning of the semester.





Language(s) English



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Module: P 6 Field Practical I



Course type Course (mandatory) Rotation Contact hours

Self-study hours

ECTS

Field exercise P 6.1 Geobiology Field Practical

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content Methods of fieldwork in geobiology of exemplary geological settings; e.g.: Studying interactions of geological and biological systems, geological history and landscape development of the study area and its influence on the biological systems, analytical field methods and geobiological mapping

Learning outcomes Students will remember geological and biological knowledge from previous lectures, recognize and combine concepts of geology and biology in examples in the field and apply them to an exemplary geobiological setting. After the module, students will be able to understand and apply field methods for own research questions, e.g., in the research project (P9) and their Master Thesis (P11).

Type of examination Presentation or oral exam or written report on the field exercise. The definite exam modalitites will be announced at the beginning of the semester.


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Responsible contact Prof. Dr. Gert Wörheide

Language(s) English

Additional information Moderate costs for travelling, board and lodging will have to be covered by the student.


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Module: P 7 Field Practical II




Self-study hours

ECTS

Field exercise P 7.1 Paleobiology Field Practical

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




/





Content Methods of fieldwork in paleobiology of exemplary geological settings; e.g.:Recognizing and description of the local facies, geological history of the study area and outcrops,paleoecology of a study area, analytical field methods, mapping and logging.

Learning outcomes Students will remember paleontological and biological basics from previous lectures, recognize and combine concepts of paleontology and biology in examples in the field and apply them to an exemplary paleobiological setting. After the module, students will be able to understand and apply field methods for own research questions, e.g., in the research project (P9) and the Master Thesis (P11).

Type of examination Presentation or oral exam or written report on the field exercise. The difinite exam modalitites will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

Type of assessment The successful completion of the module will not be graded


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(pass/fail).




Language(s) English

Additional information Moderate costs for travelling, board and lodging will have to be covered by the student.


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Module: P 8 Scientific Presentation and Communication



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Seminar P 8.1 Presentation and communication skills

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)

Seminar P 8.2 Seminar on Current Topics in Geo- and Paleobiology

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content The module comprises a practical guideline for the preparation and finalisation of scientific contributions:

Student are trained in preparing and giving oral scientific presentations and learn the different aspects of scientific discussions.

They learn how to write the different parts of a scientific paper (abstract, introduction, material and methods, results, discussion and conclusion) and how to do literature search.

Learning outcomes Students will learn how to design research articles, review articles, poster presentations and how to present oral communications:

Students will be able to present and discuss oral


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communications about science.

Furthermore, they will know the principles of writing a scientific paper and are able to conduct a literature search.

Type of examination Presentation or moderation. The definite exam modalities will be announced at the beginning of the semester.





Language(s) English



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Module: WP 5 Oceanology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture WP 5.1 Oceanology: Lecture SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Elective guidelines With regard to the compulsary elective modules WP 5 – WP 11, modules must be taken with a total value of 12 ECTS credits.




Content - Basic oceanography (geography, geomorphology, plate tectonics and water circulation systems of oceans)

- Physical and chemical factors in marine ecosystems

- Adaptations of marine organisms

- Geobiology of marine communities

- Interaction of abiotic and biotic factors in different marine ecosystems

- Marine biomes and marine biogeography

Learning outcomes Students will develop an advanced understanding on the physical, geochemical and biological interactions in marine environments to be able to critically read technical and scientific publications on the topic.




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Language(s) English

Additional information Recommended textbook: Marine Biology: An Ecological Approach (6th Edition), Nybakken and Bertness, 2004, Benjamin Cummings


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Module: WP 6 Paleoecology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture WP 6.1 Paleoecology: Lecture SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)








Content Introduction to concepts of paleoecology:

Evolution of functional morphology in the fossil record, paleodiversity, paleoclimatology, ecosystem reconstruction.

Learning outcomes Students will gain knowledge on the physical and biological factors that have shaped ecosystems in the past. After this module students will capable to critically read technical and scientific publications on the topic.






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Responsible contact Prof. Dr. Alexander Nützel

Language(s) English



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Module: WP 7 Geobiological Field Exercises




Self-study hours

ECTS

Field exercise WP 7.1 Geobiological Field Exercises: Field Practical

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 150 h (6)




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Content Advanced methods of fieldwork in geobiology of exemplary geological settings to address research questions.

Learning outcomes Students will apply previously acquired knowledge on geobiology and paleobiology to own observations and research in the field.

Type of examination Presentation or oral exam or written report on the field exercise. The definite exam modalities will be announced at the beginning of the semester.



ECTS credits will be granted when the module examination (or the examination of pertinent mandatory and potential elective compulsary module parts) has/have been


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completed successfully.


Language(s) English

Additional information Costs for travelling, board and lodging will have to be covered by the student.


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Module: WP 8 Molecular methods in Geobiology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Exercise course

WP 8.1 Molecular methods in Geobiology: Tutorial

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content Molecular methods in Geobiology: laboratory methods for the analysis and manipulation of nucleic acids and proteins relevant for geobiological questions.

Learning outcomes Students will learn routine molecular biology methods and critically analyse the results. After this module students should be able to design and perform experiments to test their own hypotheses in their research project (P 9).






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Language(s) English



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Module: WP 9 Geomicrobiology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Exercise course

WP 9.1 Geomicrobiology: Tutorial

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




/





Content Geomicrobiology: Laboratory methods for the analysis of geobiologically relevant communities of microorganisms.

Learning outcomes Students will learn molecular biology methods commonly used for the study of microbial communities. Upon completion of this module students should be able to analyse experimental data from microbial communities of geobiological importance and communicate their results.






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Responsible contact Dr. Sergio Vargas

Language(s) English



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Module: WP 10 Advanced topics in Geosciences



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture WP 10.1 Advanced topics in Geosciences: Lecture

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content This module covers advanced topics in geosciences to extend the knowledge in specific topics on current developments in the field.

Learning outcomes Upon successful completion of this module students learned about advanced concepts, terminologies, and current hypotheses in geosciences and can apply them to understand specific publications in the field.






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Language(s) English



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Module: WP 11 Special topics in Geosciences



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture WP 11.1 Special topics in Geosciences: Lecture

SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




/





Content This module covers special topics in geosciences to cover current developments in the field.

Learning outcomes Upon successful completion of this module students will have complemented and expand their knowledge about topics and current research methodologies in geosciences. They will be able to understand, critically evaluate and discuss complex scientific publications in the field.






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Language(s) English



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Module: P 9 Research Project



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Seminar P 9.1 Research Project Design WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 30 h (2) Internship P 9.2 Individual Research

Project WiSe 90 h (6 SWS) 210 h (10)




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Content Students design and subsequently conduct a larger (semester-long) independent research project, write a manuscript and present a poster. Projects will usually be suggested by the lab advisor, but should be developed further by the student.

Learning outcomes Students learn to independently design their research projects under aspects of time, budget, methodology and feasibility and to present the project in a manuscript and a poster.

After having designed their research project, students will learn to independently conduct the research project under aspects of time budget and methodology.

After having completed the module, students will be able to plan, conduct and analyse the results in the Master Thesis (P 11).


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Type of examination Script





Language(s) English



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Module: P 10 Geo- and Paleobiology Synthesis



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Seminar P 10.1 Seminar on Advanced Topics in Geobiology

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)

Seminar P 10.2 Seminar on Advanced Topics in Paleobiology

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content Students read scientific publications on hotly debated advanced topics in Geo- and Paleobiology. They prepare presentations of different formats on important scientific debates in Geo- and Paleobiology. Students also lead and contribute to scholarly discussions on the advanced topics of the studies. The publications on hotly debated advanced topics in geo- and paleobiology are chosen by the lecturers.

Learning outcomes Students will have read and disputed a series of scientific studies. They will further improve their experience with presentations in different formats, asking critical questions about papers, participating in and leading of scholarly discussions on case studies on Geo- and Paleobiology, which qualifies them to take part in scientific discussions and prepares them to defend their thesis in the Thesis


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Disputation (P 11.2).

Type of examination Presentaton or oral exam. The difinite exam modalitites will be announced at the beginning of the semester.





Language(s) English



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Module: WP 12 Advanced Invertebrate Paleobiology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Exercise course

WP 12.1 Advanced Invertebrate Paleobiology: Bilateria

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




/

Elective guidelines Four of the compulsary elective modules WP 12 – WP 18 must be taken.




Content Systematics, Evolution, comparative morphology and Phylogeny of bilaterian invertebrate animals

Learning outcomes Students will remember, apply and connect knowledge from previous courses (P 2) to gain advanced knowledge on the evolution of bilaterian animals. Upon successful completion of this module students will combine this knowledge to understand the morphological adaptations in different bilaterian bauplans.

Type of examination Written exam or drawing portfolio. The definite exam modalitites will be announced at the beginning of the semester.



ECTS credits will be granted when the module examination (or the examination of pertinent mandatory and potential elective compulsary module parts) has/have been


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completed successfully.


Language(s) English

Additional information Recommended textbook: On the Origin of Phyla, Valentine 2004, University of Chicago Press, 614 pp.


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Module: WP 13 Advanced Invertebrate Geobiology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Exercise course

WP 13.1 Advanced Invertebrate Geobiology: Non-Bilateria

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content Systematics, Evolution, Ecology and Phylogeny of non-bilaterian animals.

Learning outcomes Students will remember, apply and connect knowledge from previous courses (P 2) to gain advanced knowledge on the evolution of non-bilaterian animals, their systematics and ecology. Upon successful completion of the module students will have learned to observe and document morphological details of different animal bauplans.



Requirements for the gain of ECTS ECTS credits will be granted when the module examination (or the examination of pertinent mandatory


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credits and potential elective compulsary module parts) has/have been completed successfully.


Language(s) English



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Module: WP 14 Advanced Vertebrate Paleobiology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Exercise course

WP 14.1 Advanced Vertebrate Paleobiology: Tutorial

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content In the module the link between form and function of selected vertebrate groups is investigated in detail. Eco-morphological and physiological adaptations and factors leading to character evolution are analysed and discussed.

Learning outcomes The students will be able to understand or interpret morphological and physiological adaptations in selected vertebrate groups.

Type of examination Written exam or drawing portfolio.





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Language(s) English



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Module: WP 15 Advanced Vertebrate Geobiology



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Exercise course

WP 15.1 Advanced Vertebrate Geobiology: Tutorial

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content In the module the link between form and function of selected vertebrate groups other than in WP 14.1 are investigated in detail. Eco-morphological and physiological adaptations, and the factors leading to character evolution are analysed and discussed.

Learning outcomes The students will be able to understand or interpret morphological and physiological adaptations in selected vertebrate groups that have not been investigated in WP 14.



Requirements for the gain of ECTS ECTS credits will be granted when the module examination (or the examination of pertinent mandatory


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credits and potential elective compulsary module parts) has/have been completed successfully.

Responsible contact PD Dr. Gertrud Rößner

Language(s) English



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Module: WP 16 Concepts of Biomineralization



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Lecture WP 16.1 Concepts of Biomineralization: Lecture

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content Chemistry, structure and molecular mechanisms of biomineralization, taxonomic distribution and evolution of biomineralization.

Learning outcomes Students will remember and apply relevant biological and geological knowledge from previous lectures on the specific topic of biomineralization. After the module, students understand concepts in biomineralization, and can critically read and discuss scientific publications in the field.






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Language(s) English



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Module: WP 17 Concepts of Bioconstructions

Programme Masterstudiengang: Geo- and Paleobiology (Master of Science, M.Sc.)


Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Exercise course

WP 17.1 Concepts of Bioconstructions: Microfacies of Carbonates

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content Formation, deposition, diagenesis, and microfossils of carbonates will be explained with demonstrative material.

Learning outcomes Students will be able to describe and interpret relevant features of carbonate microfacies.







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Language(s) English



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Module: WP 18 Collections Management and Research



Course type


Self-study hours

ECTS

Exercise course

WP 18.1 Collections Management and Research: Tutorial

WiSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content In this module students will learn the importance, maintenance, management and research options of scientific collections.

Learning outcomes After the module students will be able to work with scientific collections, to understand the collection methodology and to establish collections under scientific principles.






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Responsible contact Prof. Dr. Alexander Nützel

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Module: P 11 Master-Project




Self-study hours

ECTS

Master’s thesis

P 11.1 Master-Thesis SoSe - 810 h (27)

Thesis defense

P 11.2 Disputation SoSe 30 h (2 SWS) 60 h (3)




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Content This final module of the Master program consists of the Master thesis and a one hour seminar. The Master thesis is an independent research project designed by the student. The student writes a report (Master thesis) and presents his/her work in a 30-minute public talk.

Learning outcomes The students carry out a larger individual research project, write a report and give a talk about their work. Throughout the Master project, they use and extend the knowledge they have gathered in the Master program. They gather valuable research experience.

Type of examination Master-Thesis and Disputation




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